Sao Paolo 2014: Peugeot presents 208 Natural, Urb concepts

The cars are 100% Brazilian concepts

Peugeot unveiled 2 concept cars based off the 208 Allure and 208 Griffe at the 2014 Sao Paolo Motor Show. According to Peugeot, the vehicles are 100% Brazilian concepts and convey a solution in terms of sustainability and urban mobility.

First is the 208 Natural concept, an eco-friendly derivative of the 208 Allure. The car's overall theme is that it is produced from sustainable sources and was worked on locally with partners such as Embraer, a Brazilian aerospace conglomerate.

The outside is covered with a unique beige exterior that appears to have a fuzzy texture. Inside the cabin, it has a gray interior and a special upholstery that can be found on the seats and, the steering wheel and on the dashboard. Powering the concept vehicle is a 1.5-liter Flex engine that is mated to a manual gearbox. No performance figures were stated by Peugeot for the 208 Natural.

The second concept car is the 208 Urb which was originally based on the 208 Griffe. The idea of the 208 Urb is mobility solution which will be elaborated later on.

The car is finished in dark brown and fitted with a roof rack that holds a AE21 electric bike. With the electric bike sufficing as an alternative means of transportation. The interior remains stock but a luggage compartment tray has been installed just behind the rear seats.

Powering the 208 Urb is a 1.6-liter Flex engine that is mated to an automatic gearbox. Peugeot also did not state the exact performance figures of the 208 Urb.

AutoIndustriya.com is the leading automotive resource for the Philippines. Featuring daily headlines and breaking news from the Philippine auto industry and around the world. AutoIndustriya.com comprehensively covers the industry with features, test drives, car show reports, technology and safety updates, motorsports, and a car buyers guide.

SEARCH AutoIndustriya.com

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST

* indicates required

Email Address *

First Name

Last Name

A confirmation e-mail will be sent to you to verify your subscription. If you do not receive this, kindly give your bulk/spam folder a look as it might have gotten lost in there. Don't worry, we won't sell or give away your e-mail address to anyone as that wouldn't be cool.